Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) is a large internet service provider in the United States, serving 3 states or territories, including Wisconsin, Iowa, and Missouri. Learn more about Northwest Communications's coverage and availability on this page.
- Can I get Northwest Communications internet?
- How fast is Northwest Communications's internet?
- What broadband services does Northwest Communications offer?
- Northwest Communications fiber
- Northwest Communications cable
- Northwest Communications DSL
- Northwest Communications fixed wireless
- What about TV service?
Can I get Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) internet in my area?
The easiest way to find out is to click the link below.
You may enter your zip code to check local availability or view the map below before contacting Northwest Communications.
Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) Availability Map
Any Internet Availability
On the map you can see Northwest Communications's coverage area in the United States. Areas in green are most likely to have coverage, where some homes in yellow to red areas may not have coverage.
The table below shows coverage and average maximum speeds by state.
State |
Availaiblity |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
0.71% |
745.48 Mbps |
|
1.02% |
25.97 Mbps |
|
0.03% |
25.00 Mbps |
How fast is Northwest Communications's internet?
Internet Download Speed
The map above shows average maximum speeds by area. Overall, Northwest Communications internet speeds are adequate for most homes.
Download speeds (the speed at which you receive files and streaming video) range from 6.0 to 1,000 Mbps. The average customer has access to plans with download speeds up to 273 Mbps. This puts Northwest Communications in the 71st percentile versus other ISPs for download speeds, meaning speeds are noticeabley faster than the average provider in the US.
Upload speeds (the speed you can send files and video to others) range from a low of 1.0 Mbps to a high of 1,000 Mbps. The average is 33 Mbps, placing Northwest Communications in the 54th percentile for internet provider upload speeds, which is adequate for a modern household.
What broadband services does Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) offer?
Across the country Northwest Communications offers cable, fixed wireless, fiber, and DSL internet service. The table below shows which types of service Northwest Communications offers and the average maximum speed for each service type. “Coverage” is the percent of Northwest Communications customers who can get that type of service.
Technology |
Coverage |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
Fiber |
41.38% |
958 Mbps |
Cable |
55.15% |
97 Mbps |
DSL |
31.78% |
18 Mbps |
Fixed Wireless |
42.52% |
25 Mbps |
Where is Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) Fiber Available?
Fiber Internet Speed
The Northwest Communications fiber availability map shows where fiber has been made available to customers. If you can get fiber, it is usually the best option for most people due to fast speeds and low lag. Fiber is available within 41.38% of Northwest Communications's coverage footprint, and the average speed for fiber is 958 Mbps download and 117 Mbps upload.
Where is Northwest Communications Cable Available?
Cable Internet Speed
Cable service through a coaxial cable can be quite fast. It is usually slightly slower than fiber, and pricing can vary greatly depending on bundling and promotional deals. The Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) cable availability map above shows coverage and speeds for cable only. 55.15% of Northwest Communications customers can choose Northwest Communications cable, and average download speeds are 97 Mbps with 9.6 Mbps for upload.
Where is Northwest Communications DSL Available?
DSL Internet Speed
DSL is delivered over the telephone line. Speeds are often slower than cable or fiber, but the service is often less expensive. The above Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) DSL availability map shows where Northwest Communications customers can get DSL service and at what download speeds. The average speed of Northwest Communications DSL across the nation is 18 Mbps download and 1.9 Mbps for upload speed. 31.78% of Northwest Communications customers can choose DSL.
Where is Northwest Communications Fixed Wireless Available?
Fixed Wireless Internet Speed Key
Fixed wireless The Northwest Communications Fixed Wireless availability map shows where Fixed Wireless has been made available to customers. Fixed Wireless is available within 42.52% of Northwest Communications (Wisconsin)'s coverage footprint, and the average speed for Fixed Wireless is 25 Mbps down and 3.0 Mbps up.
Can I get Northwest Communications TV Service?
Probably. Most fiber optic and cable companies are able to offer some kind of TV service. In either case, you can also get Northwest Communications internet and satellite TV.
What cities and zips does Northwest Communications (Wisconsin) serve?
With coverage in 159 cities and 102 zip codes, only the largest are listed below:
City |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
|---|---|---|
78.64% |
997.47 Mbps |
|
98.44% |
866.44 Mbps |
|
100.00% |
274.60 Mbps |
|
42.38% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
46.35% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
84.44% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
76.32% |
965.75 Mbps |
|
6.07% |
1000.00 Mbps |
|
77.68% |
25.36 Mbps |
|
22.02% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
Zip |
Availability |
Average Best Speed |
78.08% |
980.93 Mbps |
|
99.31% |
274.40 Mbps |
|
98.54% |
889.16 Mbps |
|
41.99% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
81.36% |
939.49 Mbps |
|
46.27% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
81.96% |
25.00 Mbps |
|
88.17% |
211.45 Mbps |
|
5.79% |
1000.00 Mbps |
|
23.05% |
25.00 Mbps |